FHDC, in partnership with Evolve Workforce and Multifamily Housing Services, would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to the graduates of the Promotores program. This past week participants celebrated their graduation after successfully completing ten specialized training sessions. The training provided will empower each graduate to effectively represent their communities and act as a bridge to the organization, while also paving the way for prosperity for themselves and their families.
In the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, where the rhythms of agriculture shape daily life, a new community is blossoming—one rooted in resilience, sustainability, and thoughtful design. Colonia Paz II, a recent addition to the RJAHI portfolio, is a 116-unit affordable housing development in Lebanon, Oregon, and the second phase of the visionary Colonia Paz community.
Plan to join in on this community celebration! You’re invited to the Greater Woodburn Opportunity Center Community Celebration on May 31 in Woodburn! 🎉This free, family-friendly event will feature live mariachi music, kids’ face painting, raffle prizes, food, and special guest appearances.
FHDC was honored in the area of Developer of the Year. We were thrilled to receive this recognition and enjoyed celebrating outstanding work that has been accomplished throughout the region. On behalf of the team at FHDC, we would like to express our appreciation to everyone who has believed in our work since 1991. We remain more committed than ever to our mission.
FHDC is thrilled to welcome Ivy Kahawai to our team as the Housing Development Associate! Ivy brings a wealth of experience in the housing and non-profit sectors, which will undoubtedly enhance our efforts as we work to advance our mission. Click here to learn more about Ivy in the special Q&A.
FHDC and Evolve Board of Directors Member Elias Villegas carries many talents! In addition to an esteemed two decades of serving as Dean of Woodburn’s Chemeketa College campus, he has given many from the greater Woodburn community a reason to get their dancing shoes out on a Friday night.
Over the weekend, we came together to celebrate the grand opening of Rosario’s Family Child Care Home (FCCH) – Shalom’s Day Care! Mike McNally of the Willamette Valley Wine Foundation shares, “Rosario participated in the Primeros Pasos FCCH licensing process, and she attended the business training course funded by Capaces Leadership Institute & WVWF. The WVWF funded the furniture and equipment required for the FCCH.”
FHDC created the Ramon Ramirez Fund to support farmworkers and working families in finding housing, paying rent, pursuing education, building assets, and celebrating their dreams. Consider supporting today!